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The best stories being published on the SNO Sites network

Best of SNO

The Ardsley acres hotel has about 70 migrants being housed there. It’s located about 30 minutes away from New York City on Saw Mill River road.

From El Paso to New York City to Ardsley NY

By Matthias Jaylen Sandoval and Alexa Murphy March 7, 2024

This article is part of a larger series of stories regarding immigration, which primarily discusses the Dobbs Ferry and Ardsley communities’ reaction to immigration, rather than the immigrant stories...

Books within the high school curriculum that contain serious topics have sparked controversy.

Students should expand literary horizons

By Eileen Zhu, Lynbrook High School - CA March 7, 2024

At the center of our English classrooms, discussions weave around the students’ collective experiences reading literature, which brings about new perspectives and conversations. In recent years, some...

Waad Dafalla 26, Trinity Myers 25 and Julian Manson 26 pose for a photo

Black excellence at West: Waad Dafalla, Trinity Myers and Juju Manson

By Minna Abdalla, West High School March 7, 2024

The Urban Dictionary defines Black excellence as “Someone that is Black and portrays great qualities and abilities that make the Black community proud.” This definition is accurate, however, Black...

Global warming threatens the ‘Doomsday Glacier’

By Isabelle Ling, Carlmont High School March 6, 2024

The retreat of the Thwaites Glacier is accelerating sea level rise at a rapid rate. Located in the Western Antarctic, the collapse of the Thwaites Glacier, which is larger than the size of Florida,...

“What I like about every day football would probably be the team and brotherhood that comes with it, and the idea that everyones out there getting better together. Football really allows you to see your progress. I like the idea that you get to do that with your teammates,” Kevin Bettencourt (12) said.

Humans of Harker: Tackling challenges through teamwork

By Shaina Cohen, The Harker Upper School March 6, 2024

As the clock counts down, just a few seconds remain in the first half of the 2022 Homecoming game. The football team prepares for the last play at dusk, and Kevin Bettencourt (12) readies himself, sprints...

For Women’s History Month, WSS highlights influential women from the Iowa City community.

Women of West

By Zaira Ahmad, Anna Song, Mrudani Ramkumar, and Gianna Liu March 5, 2024

March is dedicated to recognizing women’s impacts by celebrating those who have shaped society for the better.  In 1908, women workers in the Needle Trade marched in New York to demand women’s...

Latin School Students Face Challenges Amid ADHD Medication Shortage

By Caroline McHugh, Latin School of Chicago March 5, 2024

For as long as his memory serves, a Latin freshman with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has fidgeted in class. Mindless tasks kept his brain entertained during the monotonous routine of...

A birds-eye view of the Kentucky capitol.

Kentucky’s Education Dilemma: State Lags at \%2332 in National Rankings

By Nathan Mueller, Highlands High School - KY March 5, 2024

In 2024, 6.4 billion dollars of Kentucky’s annual budget will be allocated to KDE (Kentucky Department of Education). Despite this, U.S. News ranks Kentucky #32 in education among all 50 states. As the...

Tiny Superheroes works to build kids confidence who have disabilities and build acceptance.

Charity Issue: True superheroes

By Sophia Webb, Kirkwood High School March 5, 2024

What makes someone a superhero? Super strength? Lightning-fast speed? Telekinesis? At Tiny Superheroes, this title means so much more. For Tiny Superheroes, a superhero is someone who’s courageous, strong...

Student activists inspire change in community

Student activists inspire change in community

By Madeira Lee (she/her) and Iris Huang (she/her) March 4, 2024

Growing up in a world surrounded by technology, a new generation of activists and future politicians tackle conflicts in unique ways. Modern activists utilize social media to spread awareness, and more...

Lola Marks loves using the fact that she was born on leap day as an icebreaker or a fun fact when getting to know people.

A One-in-1,461 Chance: La Salle’s Sole Leap Day Birthday

By Seychelle Marks-Bienen and Lucy Loeb March 1, 2024

Most Americans — and anyone else who uses the Gregorian calendar — are familiar with Leap Day. Starting in elementary school, we’re taught mnemonics to help us remember that, unlike most other months,...

Strand by Strand: Students weave new narratives around their own hair care

Strand by Strand: Students weave new narratives around their own hair care

By Claire Jittipun, Henry M. Gunn High School March 1, 2024

During a family reunion in 2017, freshman Samantha Knudson was drawn to her grandmother’s beautiful mass of intricately braided purple hair. This moment marked a turning point in how she viewed her own...

As the climate crisis looms overhead, concerns for the future have prompted increasingly more people to take action in their communities. Teachers, administration, parents, and students are all playing a part in the growing grassroots sustainability initiative.

A grassroots sustainability effort: local groups continue the fight against climate change

By Kara Kim, Carlmont High School March 1, 2024

The sea level is rising, wildfires are burning, and the planet is heating. The consequences of human activity and climate change seem overly daunting for a single person — but smaller groups are showing...

Senior Chris Montoya smiles while cutting a customers hair.

Humans of WEGO: a cut above

By Chris Pena and Dania Cureno March 1, 2024

The sound of the trimmers fills the room with a dull buzz. In one corner, a group of friends is laughing about some inside joke or the latest video game showdown. Bright lights flood the room with daylight,...

Rather than studying in the typical way, Misra reads a Chinese novel about a female perspective of the February 28 incident.  [Learning] is less intentional studying and more just natural exposure to language, he said.

Expanding culture through language

By Dawson Sotiriades, Bellaire High School March 1, 2024

Language classes serve a variety of purposes for students, like being an important part of their college applications, exposing them to different cultures and giving them the chance to learn and master...

Students who were labeled as gifted and talented in elementary school often struggle with the high levels of expectations that come both internally and externally.

Expectation overload

By Hallie Thornburgh, Ritenour High School March 1, 2024

Expectations are inanimate values that can be used in an attempt to make a person ‘better’. Yet, high expectations feel like a punishment for countless high school students.  While general expectations...

The MVHS Library has historically provided a variety of inclusive texts.

Bans on bans

By Taryn Lam, Brandon Wang, and Eric Zhou March 1, 2024

When librarian Laura Utile’s children came home from Catholic class one day talking about how their teacher banned them from reading “The Golden Compass,” Utile responded with a simple question:...

Senior Angelina Xu is a student advocate who has experience in public policy. Xu and fellow RM senior Advika Agarwal are the co-founders of Compostology, a nonprofit launched in 2021.

Xu paves way for sustainability, equity

By Raha Murtuza, Richard Montgomery High School - MD March 1, 2024

It would be an understatement to say senior Angelina Xu is well-known throughout Montgomery County. As the elected president of the Maryland Association of Student Councils (the state-wide student government),...

Four years old and a student in high school

By Sasha Baumgartner, West Chicago Community High School February 29, 2024

Kiara Lovett, a sophomore at WEGO, has to wait four years to celebrate her birthday on the "real" day. Lovett was born on February 29, or leap day, a day that is only included in the calendar approximately...

After cleaning senior dining during fifth period Willie Grubb poses for a picture.

Acts of Courage

By Solily San Miguel, Smithson Valley High School February 29, 2024

When custodian Willie Grubb saw a house burning down as a junior firefighter, he didn't hesitate to suit up and run in, saving a 2-year-old girl. “I wasn't scared, I had heart,” Grubb said. “I...

Senior Lia Swanson relaxes in their favorite teachers classroom, participating in the Creative Writing Club. Swanson demonstrates strict focus while practicing writing skills. These skills may have helped them in gaining a perfect ACT score.

Lia Swanson has their ACT together

By Tori Baer, Oviedo High School February 28, 2024

Students whisper about ACT scores being released across the AP Biology classroom. Everyone opens their mobile devices quickly, along with Lia Swanson. Hugged in a clean turquoise circle, sits the flawless...

As acceptance rates decrease and college admissions becomes increasingly competitive, teenagers have found a niche in college application-focused social media. Influencers share everything from essay tips to successful applications.

Competitive admissions creates online community for application advice, admissions content

By Ingrid Smith, McCallum High School February 27, 2024

When Grace Valdez was a freshman, Gohar Khan appeared on her social media feed like a knight in academia armor, protecting followers on the quest to their dream schools. With more than 3.3 million...

Junior Grant McTaggart, who battled cancer as a child, plays on the high school golf team. He met Hall of Famer Craig Biggio, a spokesperson for the Sunshine Kids, when Grant was undergoing chemotheraphy. Photo by Sydney Ortiz. Background photos by Melanie McTaggart.

Grant McTaggart tees up courageous fight

By Sydney Ortiz, Kingwood Park High School February 27, 2024

Grant McTaggart watched as his father stood a few feet away and called Hall of Famer Craig Biggio. Grant had just taken his two daily chemotherapy pills, each wrapped in a Fruit Roll-Up by his mom Melanie....

Senior Samhita Kashyap transferred to MVHS her sophomore year after deliberating between multiple bay area high schools, convinced by its reputation of strong academics.

New kid syndrome

By Jami Lim and Stella Petzova February 27, 2024

It was a sunny August morning when senior Samhita Kashyap, then a sophomore, first stepped foot into MVHS after moving from Weston, Florida. Finding herself lost in navigating the unfamiliar campus and...

At 2715 Hurd Ave., in the heart of Evanston’s Sixth Ward, exists what was once a large and lively church dedicated to worship alone. Now, after learning of Evanston’s removal of Black families from his neighborhood in Northwest Evanston, Steven Rogers took steps to turn the church which sat on the lot where those families lived into a place for music and collaboration within the Black community.

The sound of service

By Jilian Denlow, Evanston Township High School February 27, 2024

At 2715 Hurd Ave., in the heart of Evanston’s Sixth Ward, exists what was once a large and lively church dedicated to worship alone. The Second Church of Christ, Scientist, nestled among dozens of single-family...

An illustration of a therapy session on a Clayton graduation cap.

Do Students Need a Shrink?

By JiaLi Deck, Sidra Major, and Kipp Vitsky February 27, 2024

Ninety percent of Americans feel that we are currently in a mental health crisis, according to the Pew Research Center. In a time when it seems we can hardly agree about anything,...

Cursive, Annie Miller acknowledged, is a social skill more than an academic one.

Cursive makes a comeback: a chore or a critical skill?

By Iny Li, Burlingame High School - CA February 27, 2024

When fifth-grade elementary school teacher Patricia Althaus saw her son Liam struggle to decipher the birthday card her mother had gifted him, stumbling through the loopy letters and skipping over phrases,...

Foster kids in Missouri need loving homes now more than ever, and it starts with you.

Fostering Change

By Avery Haden, Kirkwood High School February 27, 2024

While many children snuggle under their covers as they excitedly await presents under the Christmas tree, a young boy tosses and turns on an old couch in an unfamiliar office, unable to fall asleep. It’s...

Zoro undergoes training in sniffing. Zoro is able to detect objects that contain human odor and he is then able to track or search for them. “For example, if a suspect was driving down the highway and threw a piece of evidence [like a gun] out the window into a field, Zoro could search the field and locate the evidence because it smells of human odor,” Petit said.  Photo courtesy of Seth Petit.

Passing Of Issue 2 Causes Changes For Police K-9s

By Riley Hunt and Alex Banks February 27, 2024

In recent years the legalization of recreational marijuana has spread to many states around the U.S, Ohio now being one of them. Issue 2 was passed on November 7, 2023, and since then there has been questions...

Made by Sarah Wilson on Canva

Fumbling financial aid

By Emma Kim and Sarah Wilson February 27, 2024

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid allows students pursuing higher education to submit their financial information to be reviewed for government-subsidized aid. This year, the FAFSA underwent...

Tran was a finalist at the 2024 UIL State Tournament which took place from January 10 - 11. It was held at the Texas State Capitol.
(front photo)

Chasing the golden gavel

By Serena Li, Bellaire High School February 27, 2024

The clock reads 3 a.m. in bold, red letters. It’s far too late to still be awake on a Thursday night. But she can’t sleep yet, not until she perfects her speeches. Her tournament the next day will...

In Transition

In Transition

By Ella Bender, Ella Braig, and Katie Myckatyn February 27, 2024

Content warning: Suicide, self-harm and trauma * Indicates a false name to protect the identity of an anonymous student Aug. 28, 2023, two laws regarding the treatment of transgender individuals...

Bea Quallich and Logan Huwalt have raised awareness for epilepsy throughout Pennsylvania.

Huwalt, Quallich raise thousands for epilepsy awareness

By Rachael Bonneau and Ethan Stock February 23, 2024

Logan Huwalt was 7 years old and playing basketball in a gym when his parents noticed that he was standing still, looking like he had fallen asleep standing up. “He zoned out and the ball rolled away...

Remembering George Monack: Harker’s grandfather figure

By Hima Thota and Kairui Sun February 23, 2024

A sleek, black Harley-Davidson motorcycle roars down the street. A beaming man with a neatly groomed handlebar mustache revs the engine, his wife nestled right behind him. This may seem like a scene...

Junior Lucia Butterfield wraps a gift at her wrapping station with all the gift wrapping essentials: various rolls of paper, bows, tape, scissors, and name tags. Most students worked their own table, wrapping many different gifts, while others sat with kids and babies of the parents picking out gifts. The students volunteered at Neighbors Link Yonkers location at Dayspring Community Center.

Academics in Action: Post-AP Spanish Takes Service-Learning Trip to Neighbors Link

By Rebecca Ingles, Hackley School February 23, 2024

Picture this. You show up to school like any other day, ready to go to class. Except this time, your class isn’t a typical classroom. It’s the location of a non-profit organization, and instead of...

Every Saturday, Project Downtown St. Louis hands out food boxes within the Ferguson community.

Charity Issue: One meal at a time

By Khadija Khan, Kirkwood High School February 23, 2024

Pans clinking together, the satisfying crunch of knives cutting through lettuce and the whistling of the stove can be heard every week at Project Downtown St. Louis (PDSTL). Freshly cut fruit and cucumber...

In-Depth: Piling Up

In-Depth: Piling Up

By Willem Hummel and David Moss February 22, 2024

Carlos Vences, senior said he plans on getting a set of Sennheiser headphones for the holidays. He has owned close to 35 headphones in his lifetime and has needed new ones for a variety of reasons. ...

From Mounds View to the MN Supreme Court: Chief Justice Hudsons distinguished career

From Mounds View to the MN Supreme Court: Chief Justice Hudson’s distinguished career

By Tyler Quattrin, Mounds View High School February 22, 2024

Chief Justice Natalie E. Hudson achieved a historic milestone last fall when she became the third woman and first Black person to lead the state judiciary. Her journey from Mounds View High School,...

Grace Dai, sophomore, works on homework in the library. After overexerting herself to prepare for tennis tryouts, Dai said she now tries to use stress as a motivator to get things done.

In-Depth: Stressed for Success

By Samantha Perz and Justin Small February 22, 2024

  Every day last summer, Grace Dai, sophomore, spent around three hours in the searing heat preparing for her upcoming tennis tryouts. She played in tournaments, took classes and practiced with...

During a home basketball game, LHS mascot Felix entertains the crowd as they cheer.

Felix the Cat Tradition Continues

By Jasmine Zimmerman, Logansport High School February 22, 2024

Logansport High School home games wouldn’t be the same without one large smiling face, Felix the Cat. Greeting guests, giving out high fives, and cheering on the Berries are just a few of the many roles...

Eighth graders reference a slideshow on each of the amendments composing the Bill of Rights Wednesday, Feb. 14. Prior to having students begin working on a Bill of Rights scenario worksheet, history teacher Bethany Neubauer presented about each of the amendments, including when they are most relevant and why they are important.

#FirstAmendment: Student journalists across California discuss teaching, impact of First Amendment on publications

By Audrey Chang, Archer School for Girls February 20, 2024

The focus of this year's National Scholastic Journalism Week is "Here to Stay," and 2024 also marks the Journalism Education Association's 100th anniversary. The theme for Monday, Feb. 19, is the First...

Featuring bottles of Cantu hair products, the textured hair care aisle in Target offers options for Black hair. While many strides have been made to provide equality for Black hair, hair discrimination continues to negatively impact Black Americans lives.

It’s Never “Just Hair”: The Reality of Hair Discrimination

By Alessandra Ashford, WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL - Austin February 20, 2024

High school junior Darryl George was in tears when he was informed that he would be suspended for violating his school’s dress code. In September of 2023, there was a national uproar when George was...

Coppell High School sophomore Aditi Rathod explores her passion for dermatology through founding the CHS Dermatology & Cosmetics Club.  Rathod discussed the benefits of various skincare products during her club meeting on Jan. 24 in D211.

Rathod delivers knowledge of dermatology to peers through skincare club

By Katie Park, Coppell High School February 20, 2024

Various skincare products line the surface of the countertop, some serums spilling over the top, creating a sticky but fragrant mess. Coppell High School sophomore Aditi Rathod flickers on the lights...

Many students start abusing substances because they do not know the negative consequences associated with drug use.

In-Depth: A dose of awareness

By Sanchan Khanuja, Kirkwood High School February 20, 2024

The counseling room is tense, the air thick with anxiety and hesitation. The counselor intently listens to the young boy across from her as he cautiously shares his story, recalling memories of his parents’...

Queer representation and relationships

Queer representation and relationships

This story contains an alternate format that can only be viewed on the original site. This story was originally published on Nordic News on February 15, 2024. 

Tim Lydon is the founder of Harmony Dog Rescue and a Baldwin High School Class of 2003 graduate.

Baldwin grad unleashes hope for people and dogs in need

By Brendan Harris and Evelyn Esek February 16, 2024

While living and traveling through Europe in the years after college, Tim Lydon found himself at a dog sanctuary in Ireland that changed his life.  The 40-acre converted equestrian farm housed dogs...

Though migrants crossing the Mexican border are being bussed from Texas to cities all around the U.S. without much choice or warning, the ones who end up in McHenry County have found more supports than they might expect.

People are people

By Mackenzie Sroka, McHenry High School February 16, 2024

Change can be difficult for a lot of people, whether that change is necessary or just happens. Moving to a new country, new school, new community, and meeting new people due to hardships can be an even...

Project Read empowers adult learners

By Naomi Hsu, Carlmont High School February 16, 2024

San Mateo Public Library’s Project Read, an adult literacy program, has decided to collaborate with the San Mateo-Foster City school district to launch new English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. Since...

Juniors Kevyn Wang, Lillian Jean-Baptiste, Sierra Bunch, and Emiline Little work together on Tuesday, Feb. 13, to clear landscaping beds in preparation for spring.

Gardening Club Aims to Beautify Campus

By Willem Hummel, Marquette High School February 16, 2024

Lillian Jean-Baptiste, junior, went to elementary school at Mallinckrodt Academy where they had a huge community garden. People who lived around the school could come to pick vegetables. “My dad...

A handful of Westridge classes have incorporated a flipped learning approach. Teachers aim to find the right balance between traditional and flipped learning. (Eliza K. ’26)

Westridge Teachers Seek to Find the Right Balance Between Traditional and Flipped Learning

By Sophene A. and Arden R. February 16, 2024

The confused tourist in an unfamiliar culture, a stubborn train on a dilapidated track, a fierce soldier heading into no man’s land. Depending on the subject, learning can feel like any of the above....

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